Thomas Dunne is a retired Deputy Chief and a 33 year veteran of the New York City Fire Department. He is the author of Notes From the Fireground, a memoir of his experiences in the city. His writing has appeared in the New York Daily News and he has published numerous magazine articles. His work as an FDNY firefighter along with a background of growing up in Brooklyn have provided him with a unique perspective of urban living. He still lives near New York and is currently lecturing throughout the country. His website is www.chieftomdunne.com.
